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Rebuke with kindness, gentleness, & patience. Gal 6.
Galatians 6:1-6 is full of wisdom. “Brothers and sisters, if someone is caught in a sin, you who live by the Spirit should restore that person gently. But watch yourselves, or you also may be tempted.” God has called us to this wonderful ministry of restoration, but this work is only fruitful when it is done in the Spirit. Have you had a hard time seeing progress in others? Are we approaching these conversations in a Spirit-filled way?
Literal, Hyperbole, & Reading with the Cross in Mind.
Luke 9:23-62 has some hard-to-understand statements. It seems like Jesus is telling a man that he should skip out on his father’s funeral, and he tells another man that there is no time to say goodbye to his loved ones. Take these into account with Jesus saying that we should “cut off the hand that causes us to sin,” and all of us a sudden our stories are starting to look quite differently. What do we do with these hard verses, and what does it mean to read with the cross in mind?
Looking for The Spirit of Babylon. Rev. 16, 17, & 18.
When Revelation was written, Babylon wasn’t flexing it’s muscle like it was in the Old Testament days. She was week, desolate, and powerless, which leads to the question: Why is she being judged so harshly in the book of Revelation? What we know from the scriptures is that Babylon’s judgement isn’t just reserved for the Babylonians, but instead for those that possess the spirit of Babylon, with her intoxicating sin, arrogance, and love of temporal possessions. May we see and repent of this spirit!
Heaven Isn’t What You Think. Revelation 21.
Heaven isn’t what you think. No, it is far better. It is the great city that comes down from heaven. It is physical, and full of physical bodies. In it there is no pain and suffering, and at the center of it is the one that we long for most of all, our King Jesus. Have you ever wondered what the scriptures teach about eternal life? Do listen to this sermon on Revelation 21, as we continue our walk through the Book of Revelation.
The Sobering Realities of Judgement. Rev. 14:6-20.
Judgement is coming. It seems like it’s almost on every page, and Revelation 14 describes it like no other book. Almost 200 miles of blood, 5 feet deep, as those that are judged face the wrath of God poured out in full strength. Although it is clearly biblical, it is perhaps one of the most unpopular topics in our culture. It is good for us to be reminded of our God’s plan, and the escape that he offers.
Justin Romaine Shares God’s Love from Psalm 103.
Since Pastor Phil was gone most of the week to kid’s camp, Justin Romaine offered to preach on this particular Sunday, and we were certainly blessed through his exposition of Psalm 103! What a wonderful bookend to our week at camp, as again we heard how great the Father’s love is for us, his children! He has forgiven, redeemed, crowned, satisfied, and renewed us! Thank you Justin for your words! May God bless you & your ministry!
Adopted as Sons. Eph. 5. Kid’s Camp Sunday.
What does it mean that our God has “predestined us to adoption as sons through Jesus Christ to Himself, according to the kind intention of his will?” Can you imagine what privileges come with being a child of the One True King? We know what it is like to love our own children. Is this possibly what it means to call our own God “Abba Father.” He certainly loves you, as you will hear in this sermon that prepares our hearts for kid’s camp!
The Devil is Real & He Hates Christ’s Church. Rev. 12.
In perhaps the clearest picture of Satan that we find in the scriptures, Revelation 12 presents a real force that lives to wage war against the offspring of God’s people. Church, you must put on the full armor of God! You must understand that many of the things that are happening to you are a literal attack from the evil one himself! Be ready! Be alert! Do listen to this sermon, and let God remind you of the powerful and dark realm that exists!
By, In, & Through King Jesus. Revelation 7:9-17.
In Revelation 7 we see a different heaven than the one that we often see portrayed on the walls of museums. We see a rich diversity of people, from every tribe, tongue, and ethnicity! We see that they are there in the presence of Christ himself! And their standing is through what our Jesus has done! It is all because of the safety that he affords! Do listen to the picture of heaven that Revelation 7 paints for us! So rich and beautiful!
Is He Worthy? Who Can Open the Scroll? Rev. 5.
Perhaps you are familiar with Andrew Peterson's song, Is He Worthy? If so, this is the very text his song game from. In this sermon we see the scroll that is sealed up perfectly with the seven seals. Who can open the scroll? John begins to weep as he considers the consequences of the scroll never being opened. So much heartbreak and brokenness in this world! Just then, a lion is seen! He looks as though he is dead, but he is standing! It is our King Jesus! Do listen! He is worthy!
The God who IS, WAS, & IS TO COME. Revelation 1.
Revelation 1 begins with a promise: “Blessed is the one who reads aloud the words of this prophecy, and blessed are those that hear it and take to heart what is written in it.” We focused on Revelation 1:1-8, looking at the beautiful truth that our God is the one “who is, and was, and is to come.” Being rooted in these three truths changes everything! We do hope that you listen!
Sabbath and The Year of Jubilee.
What does it mean that Jesus is setting the oppressed free, and that he is “proclaiming the year of the Lord’s favor” when he reads from the scroll in Luke 4? This is none other than the awaited Year of Jubilee, when debts were canceled, slaves set free, and the great economic reset takes place, with even land being returned to its original family ownership. How is this being done in the lives of Jesus’s followers? Do listen!
Setting the Captives Free. Luke 4 & Romans 6:1-16.
Of course, God’s people in the Old Testament were free, but even in the midst of their freedom, they longed to go back into slavery. They didn’t always find themselves living like free people! The same is true for us. As Keller says, there are “layers to our bondage.” How do we go about finding deeper levels of freedom? We begin this week in Romans 6, looking at Paul’s language to believers that were free, new, alive…yet still wrestling with their old wants, needs, and desires! Need help? Do listen!
Scroll Unrolled, Good News to the Poor Proclaimed.
Perhaps you remember the story. Jesus goes into the synagogue, stood up to read, and found the place where it is written: “The Spirit of the Lord is on me, because he has anointed me to proclaim good news to the poor…..” Then he rolled up the scroll, gave it back to the attendant and sat down. The eyes of everyone in the synagogue were fastened on him. He began by saying to them, “Today this scripture is fulfilled in your hearing.” How does Jesus bring good news to the poor? Do listen!
Wide Right - The Story of God’s People. Nov. 16, 2024.
There is a 30 for 30 ESPN Special that is called The Four Falls of Buffalo, and it is about the Buffalo Bills making it to, and losing, back to back to back to back Superbowls. The kicker that missed the kick in the first Superbowl tells the story from the 28:33 mark, and his story continues for 12 minutes. It is a beautiful story that Pastor Phillip looks at through the lens of Hebrews 10, 11, and 12. If you have Netflix, you are encouraged to watch this segment before listening to the sermon.
Flipping Tables & Tearing Down the Temple. Mark 12.
Jesus has serious issues with things looking good on the outside, but being all nasty on the inside. From the whitewashed tombs, to the polished cups, it seems that the Temple had become a “den of robbers”, and the religious elites were praying upon the windows, the weak, the poor, and the vulnerable. The temple was like the fruitless fig tree, looking fruitful from a distance, but being of no good. Jesus changes everything. Do listen to this sermon from Mark 12:38-44.
Dead as Dead as Dead. Colossians 2:13-15.
Paul writes of our condition before Christ acted, describing the following: "When you were dead in your sins and in the uncircumcision of your flesh, God made you alive with Christ.” What are the implications of our deadness, and how should this change we see God’s action on our behalf? Do listen to this sermon on Colossians 2:13-15.
A Very Screwtape Holidays. Phil 2:5-11. Dec. 10, 2023.
In this sermon, Chapter 2 of CS Lewis’ Screwtape Letters, is lined up with with Phil 2:5-11. We see just how hard it can be for us to love each other. Of course it is hard to overcome the shallow-differences, but love becomes even more difficult as we grow in our awareness of people’s sins. Thank God that His love comes freely, without restraint, and that salvation comes FREELY, as a gift. Oh, to remind ourselves of this truth a million times over.
An End Times Christmas. Mark 13:23-37. Dec. 3, 2023.
Of course “end times sermons” usually emphasize negative events that come with judgment, but the truth is that there will also be much beauty before us. When Jesus returns, He will get the glory that He deserves, the elect will be gathered from the corners of the world, and more. Isn’t it amazing how this almost seems to fit the season, as we find Him getting the glory, people find themselves in the season of “gathering”, and as we prepare to be ready! Do listen to this beautiful look at what is to come!
Guest Speaker Randy Overton Preaches on Malachi
Are you a fan of leftovers, or would you rather have things right off the grill? Better yet, can you imagine someone famous coming over to your house…and you serving them leftovers? Of course we would never do that, but why do we often give God our second best? We bump all sorts of things above God on the priority scale, and that is a clear reflection of not just our attitudes, but of our hearts. God not only desires our best, but he deserves it! Do listen to this challenging message from Randy!
Jesus' Friendship Test. John 15:12-17. June 25, 2023.
Perhaps you remember those Teen Magazine surveys, and the 10 question test that lets you know "If you make a good best friend." Of course, Jesus isn't giving a fill-in-the-circle friendship test, but in John 15:12-17, He is giving insight into what makes him different. And he is calling us to follow him into the depths of real relationships with others.
Baby Christians & Tribal Righteousness. 1 Corinthians 3. Feb. 12, 2023.
What does Christian maturity look like? In 1 Corinthians 3:1-9, Paul speaks to these individuals about their childlike behavior. Oddly enough, we find ourselves falling into the same old traps, clinging to the same old things, looking to a righteousness other than Christ, growing jealous about material possessions, and the like. Maturity is often slow, but it is possible, and it comes when God’s people partner together as a team.
Cretans, lairs? Gentiles, in Darkness? Eph. 3:1-12. Jan. 8, 2022.
Epimenides was a classical philosopher and poet from Crete. He wrote once that “all Cretans are liars,” a line that Paul quotes in Titus 1:12. What? I mean, are they all that bad? What about the Holy Scriptures that describe Jesus coming to a people that are "...living in darkness"? Could the Gentiles really be that bad off? Yeah, they were, and to the surprise of all, God offered them the mystery of grace and mercy. Listen to this sermon on Eph 3:1-12.
Jacob: Walking Home with a Limp. Oct. 16, 2022.
Before Jacob wrestles with God in Genesis 32, we find him in the midst of a homecoming story that seems a bit unforgettable! After stealing his brother's blessing and taking his birthright, he follows his mom's advice and stays away for years. Now he is ready to come home, and he comes bearing gifts! What does this make-up story tell us about God's? What do we bring when we come home? And why does God send him away with a limp? It has something to do with grace!
You Are Not Your Own. Alan Noble. Sept. 18, 2022.
Guest speak Dr. Alan Noble visited FBC Covington. He gave a wonderful lecture from Acts 19:23-41, asking the question, “Why doesn’t the gospel upset people today?” Do you actually have to give up anything to be a Christian in our country? Are we asking them to? Dr. Noble leaves us with the unsettling words, “You are not your own.” These words center our hearts and minds, lead us to repentance, and so much more! Do listen!
Learning to Win Well. Seth McDevitt. June 26.
As God’s people marched around the walls of Jericho, they gained victory by God’s mighty hand. We see this story in Joshua 6:1-27. Today Christians find themselves victoriously celebrating “their win”, but both how victory came and how we respond matters. Listen to guest speaker Seth McDevitt’s challenging words!
Silence the Gatekeepers! Luke 18:9-19:10. June 5.
In this sermon we read the famous story of Zacchaeus in the context of Luke's words in chapter 18. How does Zacchaeus' story fit into the greater narrative of the the pharisee and the tax collector, or even Jesus' welcoming the children? In this sermon we see that God's mercy is deep, and that His mercy is wide! Oh Church, please let those needing mercy find God’s grace and love! Don’t keep them away! Luke 18:9-19:10.
Yes, This New Wine is Better. April 18, 2021.
Wineskins and old patches. What a difficult passage for a people who knows so little about wine and patching clothing, yet Luke 5:33-39 is unbelievably relevant for a people of grace! Jesus seems to be saying that there are systems & ways of thinking that are just not compatible with each other!
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